You will have health insurance!
Actually, we aren’t sure what we will have – for what is on
paper has never been done in America. It will not be free – or uncomplicated,
and it will not be the end of the world, although the Affordable Care Act will
change forever how we care for each other in the country. (As did Social Security,
Medicare, Medicaid, and indoor plumbing.)
The November issue of Consumer
Reports has an informative article on the new law. (As well as information
about long-term health care choices) These folks also have created an online
guide:HealthLawHelper.org.
Seeing the problems inherent in government –run insurance programs, such as Social Security
Disability, I believe that the Affordable Care Act may offer help, but it will
also bring complications, delays, and inequalities that can frustrate sick
people and their loved ones.
The times in which we live are indeed interesting –
reminiscent of what the prophet Isaiah saw. (Isaiah
10) Whichever side of this
divisive issue you stand, please remember your health is a gift, as is your
life. So, too, the length of your
days, and your children’s days – even the best insurance program will never add
a minute to it. And pray for your
leaders – all of them, even the ones with whom you disagree. (2
Chronicles 7, especially verse 14)
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